We don’t often think about the roots of trees until there is a problem. A forester friend of mine called it a “fencepost mentality.” Being underground, they are often out of sight out of mind. However ...

Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health. Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the tree. Never cut ...

Q. I’ve cut down a crape myrtle tree and now I now have them sprouting up all over the place. Do you have any ideas on how can I get rid of these? — Josephine Hargrave, Portsmouth Many trees and ...

Trees make wonderful additions to our yards however their roots can sometimes become unruly or emerge from underground. Due to their thick and sprawling nature, it can be tempting to want to remove ...

Q: My son married in 2013, and he and his wife bought a house that same year. His wife was an ex-servicewoman with PTSD. Since she had a military disability, the real estate taxes they had to pay were ...

Here's what you need to know to keep your live Christmas tree looking fresh and healthy all holiday season long.

Q I took a cutting from a neighbor's hydrangea in the fall. It still appears to be alive, in a pot rigged with a plastic tent over it. What now? A Keep it in a cool room with indirect light, and keep ...